THE OTHER MUSIC ACADEMY (OMA)
Weimar, Germany
JOIN US IN CELEBRATING THE REBIRTH OF A HISTORIC TREASURE
Experience the transformation of a 19th-century landmark into a vibrant cultural hub, where heritage meets innovation and artistic empowerment thrives.
The Other Music Academy (OMA) resides in a storied building in Weimar’s northern inner city—a city synonymous with Goethe, Schiller, and the Bauhaus movement. Once a ducal customs office, then a school under East Germany, and later abandoned, this space has been reborn as a dynamic center for music, education, and intercultural dialogue. Surrounded by Weimar’s rich architectural tapestry, OMA bridges past and present, offering a stage for experimental art while preserving the soul of its layered history.
A Journey Through Time: The Restoration and Revival of a Historic Landmark
OMA’s home is a testament to Weimar’s evolving identity. Divided into distinct phases of use, the building now harmonizes its historical legacy with contemporary creativity:
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Cultural Hub: Hosting the renowned Yiddish Summer Weimar festival, workshops, and performances that redefine musical traditions.
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Archival Layers: Retaining traces of its past lives—from customs office to socialist school—visible in its high ceilings, weathered floorboards, and repurposed classrooms.
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Community Anchor: A nonprofit initiative fostering inclusivity, where artists and audiences co-create in a space that once educated generations.
This is not just a building—it’s a living archive of Weimar’s social and artistic revolutions.
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